Villa Fr5324

Description

Located within easy reach of some of the most beautiful towns in southern France, you can easily explore the enchanting Languedoc region.
This charming and characterful chateau boasts its own swimming pool, whilst the grand interior is elegantly furnished, whilst retaining its historic features.
The bright orangerie is just an example of the recent contemporary touches that have been added to this property.
This villa is full of modern amenities, including Wi-Fi, TV and a gym.
For those wishing a more privacy, a family suite upstairs sleeps up to four guests.
The large terrace can be accessed from the library, grand salon and orangerie.
Here you can gaze over the houses and hills beyond as you enjoy al fresco meals off the barbecue.
The vast gardens offer so much to be explored, with the fruit trees and 12m long swimming pool.
Village views can be had from the petanque court, whilst the spacious gardens offer plenty of space to relax.
The local village is just a short walk away, perfect for a morning pastry run.
Explore the arcaded square and its pretty lanes and trees.
Don’t miss out on the Saturday morning market.

Château Interiors
Ground Floor
- Living room with doors leading to terrace
- Second living area
- Library/study with door leading to terrace
- Gym/massage room
- Orangerie with dining table and doors leading to terrace
- Fully-equipped kitchen
Lower Ground Floor
- Entrance (from the village street)
First Floor
- Bedroom One: Master bedroom with super king-size bed and bathroom with walk-in shower and separate WC. Door from the bathroom leading to a terrace
- Bedroom Two: Double bedroom with super king-size double/twin bed and en suite bathroom with shower, small bath and WC
- Bedroom Three: Double bedroom with super king-size double/twin bed and en suite bathroom with shower, bath and WC
- Bedroom Four: Double bedroom with super king-size bed and bathroom with walk-in shower and WC
Separate Wing (accessed via three steps from the entrance hallway to Bedroom Four, or can be via a separate staircase from the main entrance)
- Bedroom Five: Family suite with small double bedroom and twin bedroom with a sitting area. En suite bathroom with shower and WC
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (12mx6m, depth: 2m) with safety alarm
- Terrace for al-fresco dining
- Barbecue
- Pétanque court (international standard)
- Vegetable garden and fruit trees
- Enclosed gardens (sloping or terraced in parts)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Satellite TV
- Games
- Gym
- Pétanque
- Bathrobes
- Hairdryers

Château Chemin Vert is located in a bastide village in the Aude department of southern France, near the border with Ariège, around 50km south-west of Carcassonne.
Public car parking is just a minute’s walk away and you will find the entrance of the château just off the narrow pavement on one of the village roads. Stairs will take you up to the main floor which leads to the gardens and terraces.
The village itself is full of charm and has many festivities taking place throughout the spring, summer and autumn from medieval music festivals to the occasional Vide Grenier (flea market). You’ll find a boulangerie, chacuterie, pharmacy and a few cafes and restaurants, as well as a small supermarket just on the village’s edge. There are also tennis courts just outside the village. The Saturday morning market is one of the prettiest in the region.
There are some wonderful walking and cycling routes across the region including Le Chemin Vert, an old railway line which is now a path linking Mirepoix and Lavelanet and can be joined around 500m away.
The Lac de Montbel is just a ten-minute drive away, a great place for watersports including kayaks, canoes and pedalos, or you can go fishing, bird-watching or simply go for a swim from one of the lakeside beaches. It takes around four hours to walk around the whole lake, passing through forests and admiring the beautiful landscapes around you. You may even be able to see the snow-capped Pyrenees at certain times of year.
This region also offers a wealth of fascinating history such as the Cathar ruins in Montsegur, Lapradelle-Puilaurens and the incredible Château de Queribus. You can also visit Neolithic caves in Niaux and Lombrives, both around an hour away.
If you are travelling during the winter then you will find skiing around Les Monts d'Olmes, one hour by car, or at other times of year it’s a great place for walking and also popular with cyclists.
Not forgetting so many wonderful old villages and towns across the Aude and Ariège regions, many with weekly markets where you can pick up some amazing local produce. Mirepoix has a particularly great Monday morning market, probably the best in the area, and Limoux has a market all day on a Friday. The owners will give you a list of the local markets when you arrive.
Of course, a visit to the magnificent city of Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a must. See the fascinating castle and the beautiful historic town with its idyllic cafes, shops and restaurants or take some time exploring the Canal du Midi by taking a trip on a boat for a lovely day out.